The Western North Regional Police Commander, DCOP Dr. Francis Kwame Tsidi, has inspected a newly constructed police station at Enchi Kwahu, a project fully funded by the local community.
Speaking during the visit, Dr. Tsidi expressed admiration at the initiative taken by the chiefs and residents of the community. “I am amazed that the community was able to mobilise such limited resources to put up this structure. It shows that security is indeed their top priority,” he said.
Dr. Tsidi also noted that the Enchi Police Division plays a crucial role in the region as far as security is concerned. “This division is working hard, supporting efforts daily to combat illegal activities affecting water bodies, forest reserves, and other forms of crime,” he added.
He emphasised that the police administration is prepared to deploy personnel to the station. However, the inspection was necessary before the formal commissioning. He assured the community that the station would be commissioned soon and police officers would be assigned to serve the area.
Nana Tano Kabaah, Chief of Enchi Kwahu, explained that the motivation behind building the police station was to enhance security, which is key to attracting development. “No investor, bank, or company will establish itself in a community without considering security first,” he stated.
Nana Kabaah also shared challenges faced during the project. He revealed that some youth, influenced by certain elders, initially opposed the idea, fearing increased police presence would lead to more arrests. However, after engaging and educating them, the youth eventually supported the initiative.
He mentioned that the project cost the community GH¢1 million and appealed to the police commander to ensure a swift commissioning as promised. The chief also pledged that the community would provide support for the officers assigned to the station.
The new police station includes male, female, and juvenile cells, a CID office, a commander’s office, a charge office, and residential barracks for police personnel.
By Emmanuel Sowah
